Mathew Markman

Born in Boulder Colorado, Mathew Markman is finishing a degree in Politics at Oberlin College in Ohio.  His focus is in international relations with emphasis on the Arab-Israeli conflict.  He has spent time living in both Jordan and Jerusalem, during which he was able to explore both sides of the conflict.  While in Jerusalem he was a student at both the Hebrew University in Jerusalem and Al-Quds University in the West Bank.  Mathew has worked with ISIME for several years and is currently working with Dr. Shaul Gabbay, and Dr. Amin Kazak, to complete a book manuscript focusing on both the Arab and Jewish narratives of the Holy Land, reasons for the conflicts, and potential for peace.  His individual research has focused on the relationship between Palestinian Armed Struggle and Israeli Settlement in the West Bank.  Mathew, has all ready at a young age, committed his life to bridging the gap between Jews and Palestinians.  He is working hard to show there is common ground between our two peoples and there exists on both sides true partners for peace.